10
Top-rated books by Ann Liang
This Time It's Real
Age: 11-12
Books like Ann Liang’s
Award winning
The Notorious Scarlett and Browne
Jonathan Stroud, 2022
397 pages
Why to read
Exciting and fast-paced narrative
Dynamic and complex characters
Inventive world-building
Themes of resilience and companionship

The Notorious Scarlett and Browne
Jonathan Stroud, 2022
Witch Hat Atelier 12
Kamome Shirahama, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and bravery.
Encourages creativity through magical storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

Witch Hat Atelier 12
Kamome Shirahama, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
Amari and the Great Game
B.B. Alston, 2022
432 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of courage and leadership.
Stimulates imagination with fantasy and adventure elements.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages resilience and strategic thinking.

Amari and the Great Game
B.B. Alston, 2022
The Tower of Nero (The Trials of Apollo, Book 5)
Rick Riordan, 2020
396 pages
Why to read
Exciting mythological adventure with modern twists.
Encourages resilience and understanding through Apollo’s trials.
Strengthens knowledge on Greek mythology and history.
Ideal for enhancing reading skills and comprehension.

The Tower of Nero (The Trials of Apollo, Book 5)
Rick Riordan, 2020
Award winning
The Flames of Hope (Wings of Fire #15)
Tui T. Sutherland, 2022
330 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse perspectives.
Ideal for enhancing reading skills and focus.

The Flames of Hope (Wings of Fire #15)
Tui T. Sutherland, 2022
Award winning
Aru Shah and the Nectar of Immortality: Pandava
Roshani Chokshi, 2022
373 pages
Why to read
Thrilling adventure based on Hindu mythology.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity.
Strengthens reading skills and imagination.
Supports emotional growth through relatable challenges.


